Job Opportunities

California State University, San Bernardino (CSUSB) is located in San Bernardino in the Inland Empire, 60 miles east of Los Angeles and operates a satellite campus in Palm Desert located in Coachella Valley. CSUSB serves approximately 20,000 students, of which 81% are first-generation college students and graduates about 5,000 students annually. As a designated Hispanic Serving Institution, CSUSB reflects the dynamic diversity of the region and has one of the most diverse student populations of any university in the Inland Empire, and the second highest Hispanic enrollment of all public universities in California. CSUSB employs 467 full-time faculty and offers 48 undergraduate, 35 graduate, and one doctoral degree programs and 14 academic programs with national accreditation.

At CSUSB, diversity, equity and inclusion are values central to our mission. We recognize that diversity and inclusion in all its forms are necessary for our institutional success. By fully leveraging our diverse experiences, backgrounds and insights, we inspire innovation, challenge the status quo and create better outcomes for our students and community. As part of CSUSB’s commitment to hire, develop and retain a diverse faculty, we offer a variety of networking, mentoring and development programs for our junior faculty. We are committed to building and sustaining a CSUSB community that is supportive and inclusive of all individuals. Qualified applicants with experience in ethnically diverse settings and/or who demonstrate a commitment to serving diverse student populations are strongly encouraged to apply. CSUSB has received the Carnegie Community Engagement Classification, which recognizes CSUSB’s ongoing commitment to service-learning, a high-impact practice that combines classroom instruction with meaningful volunteer service and correlates strongly to student success.

JOB SUMMARY

The Department of Special Education, Rehabilitation and Counseling at California State University, San Bernardino is accepting applications for part-time lecturers in the School Psychology program. The School Psychology program is an Ed.S. degree program that provides professional preparation for the Pupil Personnel Services Credential (PPS) with Specialization in School Psychology, as granted by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC). The program is also designed to meet the national accreditation standards of the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP).

The School Psychology program emphasizes data-based decision-making within an ecological framework to promote positive outcomes for school-aged youth, their families, and school personnel. We are seeking candidates with a background in school psychology or a closely related discipline, with knowledge and experience providing evidence-based services in Pre-K-12 settings. The successful candidate is expected to teach one or more graduate-level courses in the School Psychology program, prepare and deliver instruction aligned with CTC standards, grade assignments, hold regular office hours, and provide input on student progress to the program coordinator. Courses are assigned based on program needs and the candidate's areas of expertise. Teaching responsibilities may include graduate coursework as well as practicum and internship supervision courses. Candidates may also participate in program-related meetings and activities. Candidates with current or recent experience providing school psychological services in PreK-12 settings are especially encouraged to apply. We welcome applicants with expertise in areas such as assessment, consultation, counseling, academic and behavioral intervention, multi-tiered systems of support, and culturally responsive practice.

TYPICAL ACTIVITIES

Responsibilities include:

• Teaching graduate courses, including practicum and internship supervision courses, as assigned
• Supporting program efforts related to accreditation, assessment, and continuous improvement
• Collaborating with program faculty to maintain alignment between coursework and professional standards

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's, Educational Specialist (Ed.S.), or doctoral degree in School Psychology or a closely related discipline
• Demonstrated record of or potential for excellence in teaching at the college level
• Knowledge and experience using evidence-based practices to support positive outcomes with Pre-K–12 youth, their families, and school personnel
• Possession of, or eligibility for, the California Pupil Personnel Services Credential in School Psychology

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• A doctoral degree from a NASP and/or APA-accredited School Psychology program or a closely related discipline
• Experience teaching graduate-level courses and/or mentoring or supervising graduate students in school psychology or related disciplines, including practicum and internship supervision

• A minimum of three years of professional experience in school psychology or related school-based settings
• Expertise in one or more areas of school psychological practice, including assessment, consultation, counseling, academic or behavioral intervention, multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS), and culturally responsive practice
• Experience working effectively with culturally, linguistically, and socioeconomically diverse students, families, schools, and communities
• Nationally Certified School Psychologist (NCSP) credential or eligibility
• Eligibility for psychologist licensure

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with CSUSB. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Note: CSUSB cannot deny an applicant a position solely or in part due to a criminal conviction history until it has performed an individualized assessment and linked the relevant conviction history with specific job duties in the position being sought.

Please note: Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that CSUSB has designated as sensitive. Sensitive positions are those requiring heightened scrutiny of individuals holding the position based on potential for harm to children, concerns for the safety and security of people, animals, or property, or heightened risk of financial loss to CSUSB or individuals in the university community.

For health and well-being, CSUSB is a smoke & tobacco-free campus. The university is committed to promoting a healthy environment for all members of our community.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

The Department of Special Education, Rehabilitation and Counseling (SRC) is one of three departments in the College of Education and serves over 400 graduate students seeking master's degrees and post-baccalaureate credentials in special education, rehabilitation counseling, school psychology, and counseling.

To find out more about the Department of Special Education, Rehabilitation and Counseling please visit our webpage at Special Education, Rehabilitation & Counseling | College of Education | CSUSB.

For more information regarding the position, please contact:

Program Coordinator

Dr. Roderick O’Handley

Associate Professor, School Psychology

(909) 537-3446

ro'handley@csusb.edu

Department Chair

Dr. Angi Stone-MacDonald

(909) 537-7313

Angi.Stone-MacDonald@csusb.edu

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit:

1. Curriculum Vitae
2. Cover Letter that includes: 
1. A statement of your teaching interest/philosophy                                                                                                                      
3. If available, evidence of teaching effectiveness such as teaching portfolios, reports on teaching observations, and/or student evaluations of teaching. 
4. Unofficial copies of all postsecondary degree transcripts (official transcripts may be required prior to appointment).
5. Reference List - names, telephone numbers, and email addresses of three (3) referees along with original letters of recommendation.

Formal review of applications will be as needed.

If you are interested in this opportunity, we invite you to apply by using this CSU Recruit Hyperlink at:

https://secure.dc4.pageuppeople.com/apply/873/gateway/Default.aspx?c=apply&sJobIDs=562561&SourceTypeID=803&sLanguage=en-us&lApplicationSubSourceID=11248

H-1B Employment:  CSUSB is currently not sponsoring applicants for H-1B employment that are subject to the $100,000 fee established by the “Presidential Proclamation: Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers” issued on September 19, 2025. Applicants are responsible for determining the applicability of the fee.

CA Resident Requirement: The California State University (CSU) system is a network of twenty-three public universities providing access to a quality education through the support of California taxpayers. Part of CSU’s mission is to prepare educated, responsible individuals to contribute to California’s schools, economy, culture and future. As an agency of the State of California, the CSU’s business operations almost exclusively reside within California. As of the effective date of this policy, hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California is prohibited. Exceptions to this prohibition are limited to approved purposes for conducting CSU business in a region outside of California. Out-of-state employment creates various legal and tax liabilities that the CSU must seriously consider when extending employment to individuals residing outside the state.  For more information and the full policy, go to https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/10899725/latest/

Salary is commensurate with experience.

Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.

The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

California State University, San Bernardino is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status. This position adheres to CSU policies against Sex Discrimination, Sexual Harassment, and Sexual Violence, including Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, and Stalking. This requires completion of Sexual Violence Prevention Training within 6 months of assuming employment and on a two-year basis thereafter. (Executive Order 1096)

This position may be “Designated” under California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. This would require the filing of a Statement of Economic Interest on an annual basis and the completion of training within 6 months of assuming office and every 2 years thereafter. Visit the Human Resources Conflict of Interest webpage link for additional information:
https://www.csusb.edu/human-resources/current-employees/employee-relations/conflict-interest